BaselWorld 2012: Historiador 130th Gold Special Edition Watch by Cuervo y Sobrinos

By the late 19th century, Havana became a real gem of the Caribbean Sea, becoming a kind of international meeting place for intellectuals, businessmen and celebrities from around the world. It is regularly visited by representatives from the world of literature, science and cinema, people from the world of politics, not to mention the sailors and adventurers. This unique mix of nationalities and profession created a noisy and colorful atmosphere of this city, glorified it and made the favorite for many, many...
It is in this unique and special atmosphere the watchmakers of Cuervo y Sobrinos company worked in expanding their watch business. Quite naturally, that the bright and colorful spirit of the city is reflected in the company's products.
During the 40th 50th years, the company won one of the leading position on the watch market, introducing to fans of the original production, full of Latin American flavor, and based on precise Swiss mechanics.

In 2012, the company celebrates the 130th anniversary of its foundation, which is also reflected in the products presented this year. Thus, at the annual international watch exhibition BaselWorld 2012 the company has introduced the Historiador 130th Gold Special Edition (Ref: 3130.9N) watch, which is strict, restrained, incredibly luxurious and at the same time simple.
The watch operates on the basis of the hand-wound mechanism ETA 7001 with a diameter of 23.30 mm and a thickness of 2.50 mm, on the basis of 27 jewels. Power reserve is 42 hours. Functions: hours, minutes, small seconds at the 6 o’clock position.
The watch case in diameter of 40 mm and a thickness of 6.2 mm is made of 18 carat gold 5N. Glass is an anti-reflective sapphire crystal. The watch water resistance is 30 meters. The case back is made of sapphire glass, on screws.
The hands are made in the original style «baton», and the time indexes "1", "3" and "0" represent the 130-year anniversary. The watch strap is made of shiny Louisiana alligator leather, has a clasp in 18-carat gold 5N.
The watch is represented in a symbolic amount - only 130 items. To buy a watch will be available through the stores of Cuervo Y Sobrinos and official representatives of companies around the world. The recommended price: 10.900 Swiss francs.

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